Accountant I

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Accountant I in a Hybrid (60/40) capacity for our site in Mexico City. This is 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Please submit your CV in English.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits, you’d expect from a global leader (health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

Job Description

Prepare standard and specialized financial reports (e.g., balance sheets, income statements, monthly closing reports) according to Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP) or other regulatory requirements. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries into accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Analyze and review budgets and expenditures for local. 

Responsibilities 

• Prepare and post journal entries and general ledger reconciliations and audit related reviews.
• Record journal entries associated with accounts payable, tax, payroll, etc
• Prepare financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, forecast reports, and external reporting.
• Elaborate accountant bank reconciliations  
• Fixed assets control, this includes reviewing requests for asset departure 10% for repair and disposal for sale or scrap, as well as identifying new assets and their location.
• Monthly review with the projects team to determine the capitalization of  CAAPS in a timely manner. Control in SAP of the additions, disposals and  capitalization of fixed assets.
• Total and selective fixed asset inventory
• Responsible to preparer the Leasy Query report, Reserve discounts and  returns, Impairment annual report.    

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting preferred
• English professional (Mandatory)
• 2 years experience in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred with knowledge of Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Cost Accounting and taxes
• Ability to synthesize financial information and present logical recommendations
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers at all levels of management
• Solid proficiency of MS Excel, Power Point & Word and skilled in math applications and accounting formulations
• Involved in small projects and supports finance initiatives with the business functions
• Understanding of finance & accounting from a financial perspective 
• Understanding of A/R &A/P process helpful.
• Good knowledge of technical activities and procedures to perform duties                                                            

As an Equal Opportunities employer, McCormick is committed to an inclusive workforce.